EDD Eligibility Question: New Claim After Returning to Work Post-Pregnancy
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle and could use some advice. I filed for unemployment last year due to pregnancy, went back to work for a few months, and now I've had to file again. I'm worried about my eligibility for this new claim. Has anyone been in a similar situation? What should I expect when I talk to them about my new claim? Any tips on what to say or what information I should have ready?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve unemployment claim eligibility issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkElw7fGvnE
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Ethan Wilson
I've been through something similar! Here's what you need to know: • Your eligibility depends on your earnings since you went back to work • They'll look at your work history between your last claim and this new one • Have your pay stubs ready from when you returned to work • Be prepared to explain why you're filing again • They might ask about any severance or vacation pay When you call, be clear about your situation. Ask specifically about eligibility requirements for a new claim after a recent return to work. Good luck!
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Yuki Sato
•This is super helpful, thanks for breaking it down! 👍
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Carmen Flores
•Quick question - how long do you typically need to work between claims to be eligible again? Is there a minimum time or earnings requirement?
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Ethan Wilson
•It varies by state, but generally you need to earn a certain amount during your 'base period'. In my experience, it was about 3-6 months of work, but YMMV. Best to ask the rep directly about your specific case.
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Andre Dubois
ugh, the system is so broken. i've been trying to get through to someone for WEEKS. good luck op, youre gonna need it 🙄
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CyberSamurai
Hey, I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
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Zoe Alexopoulos
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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CyberSamurai
•I was skeptical too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Jamal Carter
•20 bucks tho? 😬 Thats kinda steep
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CyberSamurai
•I get it, but for me it was worth it. Time is money, and I was wasting so much time trying to get through on my own.
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Mei Liu
make sure u have all ur docs ready when u call. they always ask for stuff i dont have and then i gotta call back smh
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Aisha Rahman
•Thanks for the heads up! What kind of documents should I have on hand?
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Mei Liu
•def have ur social security card, pay stubs from when u went back to work, and any paperwork from ur previous claim. better to have too much than not enough ya know
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Liam O'Donnell
I'm in the same boat as you, OP. Filed last year, went back to work, and now I'm trying to file again. It's so confusing! Let us know what they tell you when you get through.
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Aisha Rahman
•Will do! Fingers crossed we both get some good news. This whole process is so stressful.
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Amara Nwosu
Pro tip: call right when they open. I always have better luck getting through first thing in the morning. Also, be super nice to the rep - they deal with angry people all day and being kind can go a long way.
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AstroExplorer
•This! 💯 I used to work in a call center and nice callers always got extra help
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Giovanni Moretti
anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to be as confusing as possible? its like they WANT us to mess up our claims 🤔
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Fatima Al-Farsi
•Preach! 🙌 I swear they make it complicated on purpose
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Dylan Cooper
•Nah, I think it's just underfunded and outdated. But yeah, it sure feels that way sometimes!
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